**Job Title: Plater** Job Description As a Plater, you will be involved in plating basics, masking off parts, taping parts, caulking parts, and exposure to chemicals. You will buff, polish, and finish materials, assisting with preparing products by racking fixtures and using a manual hoist to move fixtures between anodizing baths. Responsibilities + Immerse workpieces in coating solutions or molten metal for specified times. + Adjust dials to regulate the flow of current and voltage to control plating processes. + Inspect coated or plated areas for defects such as air bubbles or uneven coverage. + Set up, operate, or tend plating or coating machines to coat metal or plastic products. + Observe gauges to ensure that machines are operating properly, making adjustments or stopping machines when problems occur. Essential Skills + Experience with plating, production, and electroplating. + General labor and machine operation skills. + Mechanical aptitude and detail orientation. + Ability to perform quality checks and pH testing. Additional Skills & Qualifications + High School or Equivalent. + One to two years of related work experience. + In-house training provided to obtain Crane/Forklift Certification. + Valid driver's license. + Proper use of hand tools, power tools, cranes, micrometers, and other precision measuring tools. Why Work Here? Join a global leader in metals production with a reputation for reliability and innovation. As an employee, you will have access to world-class technology and support to help you grow and succeed in your career. Our work environment fosters steady growth potential and provides opportunities to tackle challenging tasks, ensuring a fulfilling career path. Work Environment You will work in a dynamic setting equipped with advanced technology to support metals production. Expect a hands-on role where standing for extended periods is common, and moving materials using forklifts and manual labor is required. Safety is a priority, with necessary protective equipment provided, including safety boots, hard hats, safety glasses, and ear plugs. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Benton Harbor, Michigan. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $23.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Benton Harbor,MI. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.